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10/09/2025

NEW EPISODE #266! ✨

We’re joined by the 2025 Women’s Doubles Champions & 🏆 for a very special US Open Review episode, brought to you by .

Our panel dive into the highs and lows of an eventful three weeks in New York, including Carlos Alcaraz & Aryna Sabalenka lifting their 2nd US Open titles. 🇺🇸

Joining Dan on the Grand Slam panel:
🎾 Freddie Nielsen – Denmark’s Davis Cup Captain & 2012 Wimbledon Doubles Champion
🎤 Candy Reid – Sports broadcaster & former CNN anchor
🎾 Calvin Betton – GB coach working with Henry Patten & Harri Heliövaara

This episode is packed with stories, insights, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes from Gaby, Erin, and our panel. Let us know what you think!

Listen or watch now via the link in our bio. 🎧

08/09/2025

& are coming on .podcast🎙️

2025 US Open Champions. 🏆

Recording the episode tonight and will be part of our US Open review episode that will be out in the next couple of days! 🇺🇸

So watch out and follow us for more updates. 👀

Send in any questions you have for the now 2-time US Open champions via the comments section or DM! 💬

05/09/2025

2025 US Open Champions, Gaby Dabrowski & Erin Routliffe. Just amazing. 🇺🇸🏆

04/09/2025

Dabrowski & Routliffe FINALISTS 🇺🇸🏆

Make sure to watch and support Gaby & Erin in the US Open on the final 5th September! 🗓️

Dabrowski & Routliffe Vs Siniaková & Townsend 🍿

Start time ⏰:
17:00 (UK)
18:00 (Central Europe)
12:00 (US East Coast)
09:00 (US West Coast)

Send them your support! 🎉

03/09/2025

Episode #265 with is out now! 🌟

Fresh from lifting the US Open Mixed Doubles trophy 🇺🇸🏆, Andrea joins Dan to talk about his journey, the magic of partnering with Sara Errani, and the lessons he’s picked up along the way. This victory marked Andrea’s third Grand Slam title, achieved in a year where the event itself sparked headlines with the controversial new format change. Despite the debate, Andrea and Sara’s run in New York captured the crowd with their energy, skill, and connection on court.

This conversation is packed with insights and moments you won’t want to miss, including:

🎾 What it means to win the US Open Mixed Doubles title
🎾 Why the atmosphere in New York this year was unforgettable
🎾 How social media can be a game-changer for doubles tennis
🎾 Why doubles isn’t the problem, and how it can attract bigger crowds
🎾 The potential to create true stars in doubles
🎾 The tight-knit Italian tennis community 🇮🇹
🎾 Andrea’s advice for aspiring players

Enjoy the full episode now via the link in our bio. 🔗

Don’t forget to follow us for more incredible tennis stories and episodes every week! ✅

30/08/2025

LIVE on CTC TONIGHT! 🇮🇹🏆

2025 US Open Mixed Doubles Champ Vavasorri is joining us LIVE on our YouTube channel! 🇺🇸

⏰ Don’t miss it:
22:00 (UK)
23:00 (Central Europe)
17:00 (US East Coast)
14:00 (US West Coast)

Hit the link in our bio to subscribe to our YouTube channel & turn on notifications- you don’t want to miss this episode. 🎥

Got a question for Vavasorri? Drop it in the comments 👇 or send it via our DMs 💬

27/08/2025

🚨 We have some very exciting news… 🚨

Fresh off his 2025 US Open Mixed Doubles victory, Andrea Vavassori is joining us LIVE on .podcast tonight! 🎾🎙️

This is an amazing and rare chance to put your questions directly to a Grand Slam champion - from his recent US Open Mixed Doubles win to life on tour and more!

📍 Live on CTC Podcast’s YouTube tonight (link in stories)
🕙 UK – 10pm
🕚 Spain – 11pm
🕔 New York – 5pm

Got a question for Andrea? Send it in via our CTC Instagram stories and Dan will ask it live!

See you tonight over on YouTube! 🙌

24/08/2025

2025 US Open Preview Out Now! 🌟🇺🇸

In this episode, Dan is joined by CTC favorite and 2012 Wimbledon champion Freddie Nielsen. 🏆

The episode breaks down the impact of the US Open Mixed Doubles and the significance of Errani & Vavassori’s victory on doubles tennis and the sport as a whole.

It also includes an in-depth look at the best matchups to watch out for, dark horses, and of course, bold takes on potential winners.

Talking Points:

🎾 The impact of the US Open Mixed Doubles event on doubles tennis and the sport as a whole.
🎾 The significance of Errani & Vavassori’s win and the future of tennis.
🎾 Ben Shelton is becoming a serious contender and may rival Sinner and Alcaraz.
🎾 The men’s draw presents intriguing matchups that could surprise fans.
🎾 Women’s dark horses to watch.
🎾 The importance of mental resilience in handling losses and pressure.
🎾 The unique atmosphere of the US Open and its effect on player performance.

Head to our CTC YouTube channel and remember to like & subscribe to catch all of Dan’s LIVE updates from the US Open. 🎥

Link in our bio to watch or listen to the full episode, available now! ⬆️

13/08/2025

Episode #263 with is out now! 🇩🇰🌟 
In today’s episode, we have Danish sensation August Holmgren. Straight after his incredible run at Wimbledon, reaching the 3rd round with 2 matches that lasted 5 sets across qualifying and main draw, before playing Alex De Minaur. 🎾 
And directly following Wimbledon, he went on to win his next Challenger tournament in Granby. August attended the University of San Diego and advanced to the NCAA individual final, where he faced a certain Ben Shelton. 🇺🇸 
Reached a career high of 144 in the world and climbing every year. You guys will love his mindset on steady and consistent progress and blocking out the noise. 🔇 
Talking points:

🎾 August’s incredible run at 2025 Wimbledon, making round 3 and playing Alex De Minaur.
🎾 The feeling of winning his 1st and most recent Challenger tour titles.
🎾 Battling through 2 matches that latest 5 sets at Wimbledon and winning them both.
🎾 Dealing with heat stroke and vomiting during a match.
🎾 Playing college and becoming the No. 1-ranked college player in the nation at the University of San Diego.
🎾 Playing Ben Shelton in the NCAA individual final.
🎾 How August fights and blocks out demons during his matches.
🎾 The main differences aspiring tennis players should know between the Future and Challenger tour.

Link in our bio for the full episode ⬆️

Don’t forget to head to our YouTube Channel and like and subscribe to watch clips and now full episodes of Control The Controllables. 🎥⬆️ 

04/08/2025

Ep. 262 with – Out Now! 🌟

In this episode, we’re joined by Tristan Boyer as he pushes for that Top 100 spot and beyond.

After winning 3 titles in 2024 and facing elite players like and , Tristan shares his experiences navigating the challenges of the 2025 tennis season. He discusses the importance of managing expectations and maintaining confidence.

Other topics discussed include:

🎾 The importance of quality practice sessions.
🎾 Tristan’s massive support for college tennis in terms of personal and tennis development.
🎾 The drive to break into the Top 100 in singles.
🎾 The differences between playing Futures, Challengers, and ATP matches.
🎾 The key to success: Enjoying the process and improving daily.

Full episode #262 is out now to watch or listen via the link in our bio ⬆️

21/07/2025

Episode #261 with Wimbledon Champions .glasspool & is out now! 🏆

Lloyd and Julian made history at SW19, becoming the first all-British pair to win the Men’s Doubles title since 1936. 🇬🇧

A week on from lifting their first Grand Slam trophy, they share their journey to the title, how it feels, and whether it’s sunk in yet… 🌱

Episode highlights:
🎾 What went through Lloyd’s mind as he served for the Championship
🎾 Julian reveals how he nearly had to withdraw in round one
🎾 How winning Queen’s & Eastbourne gave them belief
🎾 The celebration… and that 153 Baby Guinness receipt
🎾 How this has shifted their mindset for the rest of 2025 and beyond

Watch or listen now via the link in our bio! 🔗

16/07/2025

2025 Wimbledon Review Out Now! 🌟

Wimbledon 2025 did not disappoint… 🌱☀️

From early exits and dream runs by qualifiers, to new champions in Sinner and Swiatek — it’s been an unforgettable fortnight at SW19.

CTC Host Dan Kiernan went live on YouTube with our Grand Slam panellists to break it all down:

🎾 Freddie Nielsen – 2012 Wimbledon Doubles Champion, Denmark Davis Cup Captain & coach to Holmgren & Møller
🎾 Kieron Vorster – Top S&C Coach to Liam Broady, Dan Evans, Tim Henman & Wayne Ferreira

💬 Can anyone stop Sinner and Alcaraz from dominating the Slams?
💬 Is Swiatek playing the best tennis of her career?

🎙️ Listen to the full review now — link in bio! 🔗

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